Weighing an ambululatory resident

Step 9

Reads weight.

Step 11

Records weight on signed recording sheet provided.

Step 10

Returns resident to wheelchair and assists resident to sitting position.

Step 8

Appropriately adjusts weights until scale is in balance or observers analog scale reads weight.

Step 5

Assists resident to stand and walks them to the scale

Step 6

Assists resident to step on scale.

Step 12

BOLDED STEP. Candidates recorded weight varies no more than two lbs from test observer's reading

Step 4

BOLDED STEP. Insures resident's safety. Locks wheelchair brakes

Step 3

Checks balance of scale before weighing resident and balances or zeros if necessary.

Step 7

Checks that the resident is balanced and centered on scale with arms at side and not holding on to anything that would alter reading of the weight.

Step 2

Explains procedure to resident.

Step 1

Identifies that hands should be washed.

Step 15

Identifies that hands should be washed.

Step 14

Leaves call light or signaling device within easy reach of the resident.

Step 13

Maintains respectful, courteous interpersonal interactions at all times.